SOLUTION: The midpoint of segment AB is M(3, 4). The coordinates of point A are (-2, 7). Find the coordinates of point B.

Question 1033890: The midpoint of segment AB is M(3, 4). The coordinates of point A are (-2, 7). Find the coordinates of point B.
Answer by stanbon(75887) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
The midpoint of segment AB is M(3, 4). The coordinates of point A are (-2, 7). Find the coordinates of point B.
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Let the coordinates of B be (x,y)
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Then:
(-2+x)/2 = 3
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-2+x = 6
x = 8
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(7+y)/2 = 4
7+y = 8
y = 1
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Ans:: (x,y) = (8,1)
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Cheers,
Stan H.
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